Is this the hub for me?I have two WD portable hard drives for backup, a couple thumbdrives, some external devices (usb-powered game controllers, self-powered ide hard drive enclosures) and other odds and ends (blinkm programmable leds and a wireless mouse/keyboard plug) that I want to run on this device. The smaller devices will be plugged in all the time, the portable hard drives only when needed. I could but don't need to charge devices from here.Will this hub support all of that without any major hiccups? Thanks! Is this the hub for me?I have two WD portable hard drives for backup, a couple thumbdrives, some external devices (usb-powered game controllers, self-powered ide hard drive enclosures)... » Read More Is this the hub for me?I have two WD portable hard drives for backup, a couple thumbdrives, some external devices (usb-powered game controllers, self-powered ide hard drive enclosures) and other odds and ends (blinkm programmable leds and a wireless mouse/keyboard plug) that I want to run on this device. The smaller devices will be plugged in all the time, the portable hard drives only when needed. I could but don't need to charge devices from here.Will this hub support all of that without any major hiccups? Thanks! « Show Less
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I think that it would. I have had a number of bus-powered hard drives plugged in at the same time, with no problems. However, if you do not intend to use it for charging devices, you could save the $10 extra that the charging feature costs. I do use the charging ports, and I find them to be really useful.
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I had two of these. both of them failed to read my hard drives after less than a month. the reviews here are full of the same stories. Not recommended!
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I have two Seagate slim External HD drive, one Seagate G0flex Satellite (Wireless) HD drive, one DVD External drive and Buffalo Accelerated Speeds USB 3.0 Card plug into the Anker USpeed USB 3.0 7 port Hub. All these devise work well with the hub. Also, I plug my i phone 5 into the 2.1A USB output port to charge my i phone 5. Anker has several model make sure you order the Anker USB 3.0 7-Port Hub with 2 Ports for charging (for cell phone or other wireless devices).
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I don't have that hard drive but my HD doesn't work with the hub so I suspect yours probably will not work either. The HD is one of the few things that doesn't work.
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No. It is *not a powered hub* and for the record, this is not just a "hub" in the normal sense. This is to switch up to 4 USB devices between 2 computers. I use it for a mouse, keyboard, and microphone and for those devices it works fine. This includes a Razer mouse that does not fully work with at least some other KVM solutions.
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I have two external drives, and there doesn't seem to be a problem thus far. I've only had this hub for one month, however.
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I think you would be better served with a power adapter hub... search "usb hub with power adapter" on Amazon. I wouldn't put a HD on this Sabrent USB 4port Hub 2.0, it seems to lose connections with HDs too easily.
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If your using devices that REQUIRE powered USB ports it does. A Wireless mouse will work fine, the mouse itself is powered by a battery. However, a GOOD wired gaming mouse will not. A cheapo keyboard will work fine, but again, a good gaming keyboard with backlighting and what not, will not work. This is the same thing with any powered vs unpowered USB hub. A thumb (pen, jump etc) drive will work because it has no moving components, it requires very little power. An external drive with an AC adapter built into it will function fine, it brings it's own power, but a portable drive (Like a WD Passport) is meant to run on a dedicated powered USB port (one on your computer, or a powered hub) it *MAY* function through an unpowered hub, but it will not be receiving the proper voltage, which *will* shorten the lifetime of your drive. Some (maybe all, idk) external HDD manufacturers have specific statements in their warranties about damage incurred by low voltage use. Edit: One other bit, without the power cord, you cannot charge tablets, kindles, Iphones/Ipods , etc through the hub There's a reason almost all USB hubs are powered, it's to ensure that the devices your plugging into it run with all the juice they're suppose to have.
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I have a "very old" External Hard drive...not this make/model...I turn it on once/quarter to backup recent files...it's probably over 3 years old. Recently, I bought one of these WD Elite 500GB models...my plan is to backup on two externals...in case one fails. I know this seems lame, but it is the only way to ensure everything sticks around. Seems like its worth the extra $100.
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We are very sorry to hear that you are experiencing an issue with the 10-Port Hub. Is the provided power adapter connected to the hub and are the power switches on the hub in the on position? Try connecting the three external hard drives to the first three ports on the hub (closest to the power source). Please email support@satechi.com for further assistance. Thank you, Satechi Technical Support
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It needs 2 powered USB ports to operated correctly. You would need would need 2 hubs
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Would think so because I run single hard drive from my hub the reason I bought it
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If the drive is powered by a USB 2.0 connection I would guess yes. I have had all 7 poets being used with out problems. 2 printers. Wireless mouse, wireless keyboard, 2 external hard drives. and a web cam. There were no problems. I don't understand a wireless hard drive. The hub work so well for me I bought one for another location.
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The Plugable is a very good USB hub, and it has worked impeccably in many connection configurations. However, in your specific case, I would suggest to contact WD.
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Hi Jeremy King,WD hard drive have passed our test and should be compatible with Anker hub. Would you confirm with your hard drive supplier as well? Can the other USB device work fine with Anker hub? If not, feel free to write to us directly with your valid order# at support@ianker.com for quick assistance. Anker Team1-800-988-7973 support@ianker.com Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm(pst)
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In general you can charge USB devices on a powered hub with out a computer. I do it with my FitBit, cellphone and my son's 3DXL. As far as this hub is concerned, it under powered. Their 10 port has more power and USB 3.I bought the 12 found it not capable to power 6 devices at 2.5 watts and reviewed them with my experience. They responded to tell me in my needs I should use their 10 port and return the 12. I have done that and the 10 port is doing the job.
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WD Mybook drives, unlike WD Passport and WD Elements both of which are powered from the USB, shouldn't draw any power from the USB. The port replicator draw from the USB is very small leaving plenty for the mouse. The mouse should require very little leaving enough for something else.
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It depends on how many drives you will use simultaneously. If it is only one or even two, you will have no problem powering them. However if you will use more than two drives, you should consider buying an externally powered USB hub.
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If you are using the power adapter that is supplied with the USB hub the hub then is independently powered and the external drives are more than likely being "tricked" into thinking that there is still an active connection between the drives and the PC, therefore the drives will not turn off with the PC. If you unplug the adapter the external drives should then shut down also. Will the drives being on damage the drives? Not really, because there is no actual activity (reading/writing) taking place when the PC is turned off. Does it use a little electricity? Yes, but it would be minimal. Bottom line, if you are concerned about the drives being left on, unplug the power to the hub and they should shut down. If it means anything, I have a PC that I built with 5 Western Digital Black Series 4tb hard drives in RAID 0 and a 2tb external WD My Book attached that run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and they are fine.